Geropsychology Social Worker — Per Diem & Growth

Lifepoint Health; Athens, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Wellness programs

Job summary

Starr Regional Medical Center is seeking a Social Worker (Geropsychology) for a per diem role in Athens, TN. The incumbent will interview and assess patients and families, coordinate services, participate in case reviews, assist with discharge planning, and supervise trainees.

Medicaid screenings are also performed as part of the discharge process. Required: Bachelor's in Social Work, active TN Social Worker license (CSW), BLS at hire; CSW with LCSW preferred; geropsychology experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work.
• Active TN Social Worker license (CSW) current.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker license preferred.
• Geropsychology experience preferred.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.
• Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.
• Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan.
• Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan.
• Supervises and/or trains new staff, students, and interns.
• Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.

Skills

Interviews & Assessments

Care coordination

Case management

Discharge planning

Supervision & training

Medicaid screenings

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

TN Social Worker license

Job description

Starr Regional Medical Center is seeking a Social Worker (Geropsychology) for a per diem role in Athens, TN. The incumbent will interview and assess patients and families, coordinate services, participate in case reviews, assist with discharge planning, and supervise trainees.

Medicaid screenings are also performed as part of the discharge process. Required: Bachelor's in Social Work, active TN Social Worker license (CSW), BLS at hire; CSW with LCSW preferred; geropsychology experience